2009 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2009 Honda Accord and 2009 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 90 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 2009 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. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.1 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 | 1704 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |