2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (323 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 91 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4369 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |