2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 7 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (292 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 130 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XKR | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
