2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 197 kg more than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | XLR | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
