2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 859 kg more than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
