2005 Honda Element vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
