1997 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 16 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 399 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX. 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 1997 Honda NSX. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XF |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2909 mm |