2005 Acura RL vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 Acura RL and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RL | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
