1996 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XJ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |