2000 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK 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 65 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XK | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | IS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |