2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (294 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 294 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 69 L |
