2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 597 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 (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | XLR | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4369 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |