1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XK | CTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |