2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Jaguar | Honda |
Model | XJ | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |