2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac XLR. 2007 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
| Model | XLR | 57 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
