2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
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 (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | XLR | XF |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1749 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |