2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
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. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | CTS | XJR |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 89 L |