2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 523 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | XLR | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
