2002 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, both 2002 Honda Accord and 2002 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 80 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 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 2002 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2002 Jaguar S-Type
Make Honda Jaguar
Model Accord S-Type
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 81.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 69 L