1996 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 260 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
