2001 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK | 1990 Lexus LS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | LS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |