1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 72 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1995 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1995 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XJS | STS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
