2002 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 69 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ6 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 XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
