2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 115 kg more 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |