2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Lexus LS. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XKR | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| 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 | 390 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
