2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 66 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | XLR | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
