1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 2005 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | Legend | XJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
