2002 Honda Accord vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 297 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
