2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 776 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.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental, 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | XLR | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
