2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (363 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | XLR | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |