2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 448 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XKR | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
