2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 796 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Escalade (515 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Escalade | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
