2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 2003 Jaguar XK and 2003 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 513 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2003 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XK | Esprit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |