2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac XLR 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 121 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2005 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | XLR | 807 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
