2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. 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 XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Seville | XKR |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |