2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2007 Honda Pilot, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | XLR | Pilot |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |