2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 608 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Pilot | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 71 L |
