1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJR | IS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
