2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 4 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 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 579 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Cadillac | Marcos |
Model | XLR | TS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |