2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2001 Jaguar XK and 2001 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 90 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS. 2001 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2001 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2001 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | IS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |