2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar XJ and 2009 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJ | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
