2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
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 XKR (541 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (419 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Lexus LS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XKR | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 419 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2930 mm |