2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (217 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS.
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 XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XKR | GS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |