1998 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 675 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra, 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | Integra | XF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
