2007 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 401 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2007 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lexus | Jaguar |
| Model | IS | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
