2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | XLR | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 351 Nm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |