1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 2002 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Seville | XJR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
