2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 162 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XLR (400 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | XLR | XJR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
