2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | XLR | XF |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |