2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 198 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
