1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Fleetwood | XLR |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 3.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2690 mm |