2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XLR | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |