2005 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | MDX | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
