2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Noble M12.
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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Noble M12 | |
Make | Cadillac | Noble |
Model | XLR | M12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |