2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | XLR | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.8 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
