2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Catera. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Catera | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
