2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2003 Jaguar XK and 2003 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 306 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | GX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
