1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 242 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XK | STS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
