2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 91 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XJR | CTS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |