1993 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 411 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Legend | XJ |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1448 mm |