2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
