2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac XLR and 2005 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |