2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2004 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LX. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 828 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2004 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX 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, 2004 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2004 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJ8 | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 96 L |
