2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2000 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2000 Lexus SC. 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus SC. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2000 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2000 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK8 | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
