1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 967 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XK | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
