2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 544 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
