2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 994 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Escalade | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
