2003 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 412 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XF |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |