1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 8 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (283 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 2006 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
