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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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 (600 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). 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 | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
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 | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |