2006 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2006 Honda Accord and 2006 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | XKR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |