2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 749 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | X-Type |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |