2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | CTS | XJS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |