2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 71 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJ | GS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 294 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |