2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac XLR | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |