2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 856 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XLR | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |