2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 4,369 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | XLR | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4369 cc | 2286 cc |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |