2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (390 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 508 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (443 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Pilot | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
