2004 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 Lexus IS. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus IS. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2004 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2004 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus IS | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Lexus | Jaguar |
| Model | IS | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
