2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 124 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | XLR | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
