2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (152 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
