2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 160 kg more 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | XLR | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |