2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2006 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 2006 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Accord | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
