2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
