2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 219 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | XJR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
