2005 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Honda 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |