2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge 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 37 more horse power than 2011 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2005 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
