2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | XF |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
