2010 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 118 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
