2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR. 2007 Maserati Spyder 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 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | XLR | Spyder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |