2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 2006 Lexus SC

To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (283 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 46 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJR.

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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus SC. (419 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus SC.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Jaguar XJR 2006 Lexus SC
Make Jaguar Lexus
Model XJR SC
Year Released 2001 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 419 Nm
Top Speed 252 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2630 mm


 

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