2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac XLR and 2009 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 755 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4369 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |