2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
