2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | XLR | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |