2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | XLR | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
