2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Jaguar | Honda |
Model | XJ | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |