1995 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 383 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XJ |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3157 mm |