2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR. 2000 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | XLR | XKR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
