2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 9 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 4,369 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Imaj. (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Imaj. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 161 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Imaj. (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Imaj | XLR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1721 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 |
