2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2009 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer 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 Soarer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
