2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.

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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac CTS 2002 Jaguar XJ
Make Cadillac Jaguar
Model CTS XJ
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 3248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 316 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 70 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2880 mm


 

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