2007 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 284 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M6 | XLR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |