2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Lexus SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus SC weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJR | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| 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 | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.2 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 | 1734 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
