2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | E-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |