2005 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 449 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jaguar Sovereign 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 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | Sovereign |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 433 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |