2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 906 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | XLR | Express |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |