1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, both 1998 Jaguar XK and 1998 Lexus SC were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1998 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 1998 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | SC |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |