1990 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (390 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 82 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (443 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Legend | X-Type |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.2:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |