2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2001 Cadillac XLR and 2001 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 176 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 196 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2001 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Voyager 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 | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | XLR | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
