2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 156 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
