2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC 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 154 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | XLR | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4369 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
