2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Eldorado | XJ |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3032 mm |