2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac XLR 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 248 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 854 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Visto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | XLR | Visto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
