2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2001 Cadillac XLR and 2001 Lexus RX 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 118 more horse power than 2001 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 211 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2001 Lexus RX 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, 2001 Lexus RX 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2001 Lexus RX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | XLR | RX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |