2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 157 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 354 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Tracker |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
