2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 653 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | XLR | Ram |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4700 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 | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |