2011 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jaguar XK 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 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 233 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XK | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XK | IS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1321 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
