1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 154 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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 XK (411 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Catera | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
