2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 202 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | XLR | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
