2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 127 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XF | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 71 L |
