2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 818 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | XLR | Ram |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |