2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XKR | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XKR | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |