2000 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 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 2009 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend, 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Legend | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |