2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 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 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
