1999 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus IS | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Lexus | Jaguar |
Model | IS | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2752 mm |