2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Cadillac XLR were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,369 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | XLR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4369 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |