1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Exige |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
