2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Jaguar XF

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac CTS 2009 Jaguar XF
Make Cadillac Jaguar
Model CTS XF
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 560 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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