2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 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 82 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |