2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | Vanden Plas |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
