2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2001 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 2001 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LaCrosse | XLR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
