2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 4 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 1989 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Seville | XJR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
