2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 2 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 717 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | X-Type |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |