2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 734 kg more than 1949 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1949 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1949 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Cadillac XLR | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | XLR | 203 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |