2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | XLR | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |