2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XK.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
