2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 266 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | XLR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
