2008 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus LS | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Lexus | Jaguar |
Model | LS | XF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |