2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2002 Lexus SC | |
Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
Model | XK | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |