2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 246 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | DTS | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
