2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS.
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 XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 1995 Lexus GS | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |