2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (253 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
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 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XF | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |