2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 2 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 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 233 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | XLR | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4369 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
