2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |