2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK.
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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |
