2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 846 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | XLR | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
