2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | CTS | XLR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
