2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ | Stream |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
