2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac XLR and 2007 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 251 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |