2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | SRX | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3157 mm |
