2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC. 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, 2008 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
