2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9

To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 106 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.

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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac XLR 2013 Aston Martin DB9
Make Cadillac Aston Martin
Model XLR DB9
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4570 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 601 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1654 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2745 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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