2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 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 137 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 358 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | Z4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |