2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 115 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 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Seville | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |