2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac XLR and 2009 Hyundai i30 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 207 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 226 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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 Hyundai i30, 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | XLR | i30 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |