2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 462 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR. 2008 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 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.
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2008 Cadillac XLR | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | XLR | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |