2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
