2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2003 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2003 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK8 | ES |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
