2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 136 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
