2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XJ 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 2006 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Seville | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |