Lexus LC 2017 vs Jaguar XK 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 5.0 Petrol | 5.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 477 HP | 385 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 515 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds | |
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Lexus LC is more dynamic to drive. Lexus LC engine produces 92 HP more power than Jaguar XK, whereas torque is 25 NM more than Jaguar XK. Thanks to more power Lexus LC reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.1 | 11.2 | |
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The Jaguar XK is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus LC consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Jaguar XK, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus LC could require 285 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 82 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 620 km in combined cycle | |
| 870 km on highway | 870 km on highway | ||
| Ground clearance: | 131 mm (5.2 inches) | 100 mm (3.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus LC can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Lexus LC version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 560'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Jaguar XK engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Lexus IS, Lexus LS | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Jaguar XJ, Jaguar XF | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Lexus LC engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.77 m | 4.79 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.35 m | 1.32 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus LC is 2 cm shorter than the Jaguar XK, 3 cm wider, while the height of Lexus LC is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 197 litres | 330 litres | |
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Jaguar XK has more luggage space. Lexus LC has 133 litres less trunk space than the Jaguar XK. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus LC is 0.1 metres less than that of the Jaguar XK. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`375 | 2`075 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | no data | |
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