2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | XLR | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |