1996 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | X-Type |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |