2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 116 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 824 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | XLR | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
