2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | XLR | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
