2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 909 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. 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 XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XJ220 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 1077 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3302 mm |