2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
