2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 673 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR. 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 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | XLR | Durango |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |