2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 9 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 54 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | XLR | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
