1996 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 246 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (365 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lexus | Jaguar |
| Model | SC | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
