2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Lexus SC. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus SC.
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, 2007 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Lexus SC | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XJ | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |