2006 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118.
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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 118 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
