2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJ | RX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
