1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, both 1999 Jaguar XJ and 1999 Lexus RX were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Lexus RX. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus RX. (301 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XJ | 1999 Lexus RX | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJ | RX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 301 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |