2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | S-Type | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 687 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
