2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJR | IS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |