2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 621 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 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3165 mm |
