2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj will offer significantly more control. 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 Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Imaj | XLR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
