2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Lexus ES
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES is newer by 10 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus ES, 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Lexus ES | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJR | ES |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |