2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Peugeot 807

To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 807 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 (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 62 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, 2005 Peugeot 807, 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac XLR 2005 Peugeot 807
Make Cadillac Peugeot
Model XLR 807
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6450 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 1784 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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