2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
