2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 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 44 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 271 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 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.
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2009 Cadillac XLR | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | XLR | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4369 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |