2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | CTS | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |