2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |