2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |
