2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 763 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 374 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
| Model | XLR | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
