2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 94 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger 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 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1684 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |