2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 313 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
