2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer 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 162 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
