2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK 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 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Odyssey | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 71 L |
