2007 Acura RL vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | RL | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |