2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XK and 2005 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
