2009 Audi S5 vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2009 Audi S5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S5 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 S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S5 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 3.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
