2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1018 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | XLR | Yukon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |