2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar XK and 2004 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Lexus LS. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LS. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 2004 Lexus LS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |