2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 107 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 330 | XLR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1654 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 Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |