2009 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2009 Honda Accord and 2009 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 282 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 2009 Jaguar XF 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 2009 Jaguar XF. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Jaguar XF 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. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Accord | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | XF |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 198 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |