2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 13 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 258 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | XLR | XTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
