2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XJ | ATS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |