2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 83 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac XLR. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | XLR | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
