2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 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 150 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1216 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | XLR | 7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1137 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 10750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |