2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.

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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac XLR.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac XLR 2006 Jaguar XJ
Make Cadillac Jaguar
Model XLR XJ
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4566 cc 2722 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 436 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1638 kg 1659 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 85 L


 

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