1998 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 477 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
