2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (283 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XKR.
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 XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus SC. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XKR | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
