2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 8 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, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Acura |
| Model | XJ | MDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
