1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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 2007 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
