1988 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (201 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Legend | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
