2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac XLR and 2004 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | XLR | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |