2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS.
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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJ | IS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |