2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
