2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 2002 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Seville | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
