2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 316 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
