2008 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 BMW 323. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 323 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4565 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
