2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2001 Cadillac XLR and 2001 Peugeot 307 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 213 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 464 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 307, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | XLR | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
