1999 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca 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:
1999 AC Aceca | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Aceca | XLR |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |