2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 833 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XF.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XF. 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, both vehicles can yield 515 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Escalade | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
