1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XF 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 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Seville | XF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
