2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 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) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | XLR | XF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
