2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 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 36 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (280 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 199 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | XLR | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
