1996 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 370 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 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 2001 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
