2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac XLR 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 229 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac XLR | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | XLR | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4369 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |