2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1999 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Because 2007 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 2007 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Proton Perdana, 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1999 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | XLR | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
