2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Escalade | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |