2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
