2004 Honda Element vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 431 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
