2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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 XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
