2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 368 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | CTS | XJ220 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 642 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |