2009 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (310 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lexus | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 82 L |
