2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac XLR and 2009 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 343 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 716 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat 500 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 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | XLR | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4369 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
