2006 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 1 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, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 545 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4564 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
