2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster 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 221 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster 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.
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2005 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | XLR | Roadster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |