2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS 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 (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 147 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | XLR | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |