2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline 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 125 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 671 kg more 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 (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
