2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 369 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | XLR | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1869 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
