2001 Acura RL vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XK 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 2012 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RL | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
