2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (222 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 222 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Acura |
| Model | X-Type | TL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
