2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
