2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK 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 2008 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Seville | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |