1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 37 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey. 2013 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJS | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
