2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
