2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
