2007 Acura RL vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RL | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 84 L |
