1997 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XJ |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 600 Nm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |