2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 33 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
