2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 4,369 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2001 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2001 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 911 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2001 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2001 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ginetta |
| Model | XLR | G34 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4369 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1050 mm |
