2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
