1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XK8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6200 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2946 mm |
