2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 669 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (421 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | XLR | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 94 L |