2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 695 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
