2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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 XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 777 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XJ220 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Top Speed | 354 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
