2000 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1652 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2002 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | XLR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
