2001 Acura CL vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 2001 Acura CL and 2001 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 189 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJR 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 2001 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | CL | XJR |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 525 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |