2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 138 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | XLR | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
