1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Seville | XF |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
