2004 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2008 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 535 | XLR |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4566 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |