2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Because 1998 Jaguar XKR 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 1998 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Odyssey | XKR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
