2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 53 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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 XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ220 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2797 mm |
