2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 701 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | XLR | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
