2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (317 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1560 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
