2007 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1665 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
