2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | XLR | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |