2005 BMW 645 vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 BMW 645. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 645.
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 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 645. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 645. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 645 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 645 | XLR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |