2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 3060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |
