2009 Lexus ES vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus ES would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 498 kg more than 2009 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus ES. (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus ES | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Lexus | Jaguar |
| Model | ES | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
