2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 309 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | XLR | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |