1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 52 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
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 XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Catera | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Catera | XK8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |