2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
