1998 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 284 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
