2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will, 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Will |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
