1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Catera | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |