2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 184 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
