2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 990 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | XLR | C21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
