2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 10 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, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 81 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | XLR | California |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |