2007 Honda Accord vs. 1953 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar XK weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1953 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1953 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
