2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 238 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | SRX | XKR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
