2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XKR | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
