2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 2 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC. 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
