2009 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (143 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar X-Type | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | X-Type | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
