2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
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 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XJ8 | CTS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |