2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 6 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
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 (411 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (371 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJ | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 371 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |