1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 18 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XJS | ATS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
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 | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |