1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XJ220 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1504 mm |
