2007 Honda Element vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 256 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | XJS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
