2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (318 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | CTS-V | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |