2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505.
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 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | XLR | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
