2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350.
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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR T 350. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2006 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | XLR | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
