2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 374 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | XLR | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |