2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 919 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XK | Escalade |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |