2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | XLR | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |