1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 924 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XK | Escalade |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
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 | 445 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1928 mm |