2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | XLR | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
