2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 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 S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | XLR | S8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |