2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 360. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | XLR | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
