2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 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 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 173 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2002 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
