2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJ8 | RX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
