2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | SRX | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |
