2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 95 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XLR | Viano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |