2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Falcon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |