2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | CR-V | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
