2009 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Insight | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 84 L |