2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
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 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | F-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |