2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
