2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 414 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XLR | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |