2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 and 2005 Cadillac XLR were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S4 | XLR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1654 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 | 63 L | 68 L |