2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2006 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | XLR | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |