2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (423 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| 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 | 322 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
