2004 Acura TL vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 272 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | TL | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
