2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
