1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 672 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Prelude | XF |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2909 mm |