2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 (201 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ8.
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 XJ8 (380 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XJ8 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
