2003 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | XLR | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2752 mm |
