2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac BLS and 2007 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 2007 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS. 2007 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | BLS | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
