2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep 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 (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | XLR | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
