2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 509 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | XLR | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
