2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ6 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 2002 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Odyssey | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
