2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
