2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 956 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Escalade | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 84 L |
