2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XK | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
