2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Jaguar XF 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. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
