2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 402 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XF | Evora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
