2007 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XF (600 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2007 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | NSX | XF |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 271 HP |
Torque | 299 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |