2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
