2005 Acura CL vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | CL | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
