2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | STS | XF |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |