2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus SC weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus SC. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Lexus SC | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJ | SC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |