2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |
