2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | XLR | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
