2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 93 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJ | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 400 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
