2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 659 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 99 L |
