2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 887 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XK.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XK. 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, both vehicles can yield 515 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Escalade | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
