2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |