1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Seville | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
