2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2004 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Exige |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
