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Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $44,155

Ford Mustang GT Premium   
Difference: $58,345

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,401

Ford Mustang GT Premium   
Difference: $50,492

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelXLRMustang
TrimXLR-VGT Premium
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Base Price $99,160 $38,710
Base Invoice $87,757 $35,559
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 1,200  
Security Package   695
Comfort Package   595
Electronics Package   2,340
Xenon HID headlights   525
Polished alloy wheels   495
Rear spoiler   0
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 996  
Security Package   605
Comfort Package   518
Electronics Package   2,036
Xenon HID headlights   457
Polished alloy wheels   431
Rear spoiler   0
Options (change) 1,200 4,650
Options (change) 996 4,047
Destination 840 795
Gas Tax 1,300 0
Total Price $102,500 $44,155
Total Invoice $90,893 $40,401

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Mustang GT Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $50,550
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,580
Model Year20082012
ModelXLRMustang
TrimXLR-VGT Premium
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Engine443hp V8412hp V8
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)14/21 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)250, 9500, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-19235/50-18
Total Price$102,500$44,155
Adjustments for Features-7,7950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$94,705$44,155
Total Invoice$90,893$40,401
Adjustments for Features-6,9120
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$83,981$40,401

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Features Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20082012
ModelXLRMustang
TrimXLR-VGT Premium
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire $150
Tires, run-flat$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Cloth convertible top (optional material) $0
Convertible top boot (optional) $0
Power convertible top $4000
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Compass $0
Head-up display (HUD)$350 
Headlight washers$50 
Heated mirrors$25 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Outside temperature display$50 
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Leather door panel trim$250 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals $75
No leather in second row $-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000 
Wood trim$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200 
Chrome-plated alloy wheels$850 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Polished alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$14,290$6,495
Value of Feature Adjustments$7,795$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,9120

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Specifications Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20082012
ModelXLRMustang
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Wheelbase105.7 in107.1 in
Length177.7 in188.1 in
Width72.3 in73.9 in
Height50.4 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,810 lb.3,766 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in45.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in45.2 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in29.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
4.4 ft39.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
11.6 ft39.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested50080%
Total Not Requested12520%
Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested25067%
Total Not Requested12533%
Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested100094%
Total Not Requested656%

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