2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 76 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2005 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | XLR | Soarer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |