2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 174 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | XLR | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1492 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |