1996 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 124 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Legend | XJ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |