2000 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Cadillac XLR
To start off, both 2000 Acura Integra and 2000 Cadillac XLR were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Acura Integra | 2000 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | Integra | XLR |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 428 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |