2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DeVille and 2005 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | DeVille | S-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 541 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |