2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 4 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 BMW 316. 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2006 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | XLR | 316 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
