2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. 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 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (500 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | R-D6 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 98 L |
