2005 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 772 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XJ220 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |