2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 12 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | XLR | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
