2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GS 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 79 more horse power than 2002 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus GS weights approximately 1 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 2002 Lexus GS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |