2007 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2006 Cadillac XLR
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 320 XLR
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 4563 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 215 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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