2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
