2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
