2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 6 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Alpina D3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
| Model | XLR | D3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
