2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti Q45 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 51 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | XLR | Q45 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |