2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1561 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Excursion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |