2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 341 kg more than 2002 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | XLR | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
