2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford FPV BF GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
