2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 299 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | XLR | XF |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |