2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 318 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 S-Type. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | S-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |