2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
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 XK (411 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (405 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
