2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | X6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |