1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 12 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | IS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |