2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Catera | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |