2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 899 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Escalade | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
