2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,369 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 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 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | XLR | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4369 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
