2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 231 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit. 2000 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
