2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2909 mm |
