2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. 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 111 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 396 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | SLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
