2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 836 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | GX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
