2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1991 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1991 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lexus LS. (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 1991 Lexus LS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJ | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1734 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2820 mm |