2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 137 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Catera. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Catera | XF |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |