2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac XLR and 2009 Saturn Vue 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 272 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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 Saturn Vue, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | XLR | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4369 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |