1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (242 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Lexus GS. 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 (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
