2004 Honda Element vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | XJR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
