2005 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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 XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Legend | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2909 mm |
