2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 186 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJR | IS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2731 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 | 65 L |