2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | CTS | X-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |