1992 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XK 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | XK |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2752 mm |