2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | XLR | NSX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |