1999 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 290 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2001 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |