2009 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | MDX | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 82 L |