2009 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Lexus | Jaguar |
| Model | IS | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
