2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra 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 328 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | XLR | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
