2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 86 kg more than 2002 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | XLR | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |