2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 91 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | XLR | CTS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |