2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | XJR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 89 L |
