2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City 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 226 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 714 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda City, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | XLR | City |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |