2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M6 | XLR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |