2006 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
