2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | STS | XJR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |