2003 Honda Element vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Because 2000 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 2000 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element, 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Element | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
