2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 636 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige. 2004 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XJ | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 44 L |