2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 227 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 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | XLR | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |