2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | XLR | Viper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 8275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
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 | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |