2001 Acura RL vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2001 Acura RL, 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 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RL | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
