2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 11 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1054 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | XLR | NV |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |