2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z8.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z8. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 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.
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2007 Cadillac XLR | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | Z8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |