2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |
