2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 326 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
