2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | XLR | Viper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
