2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (213 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2008 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 2008 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | XLR | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
