2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | XLR | XK8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |