2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | 320 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |