2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 276 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XLR | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |