2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B5 | XLR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 3.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |