2009 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jaguar XJS 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 1995 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
