2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | DTS | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
