2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mustang 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 | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
