2011 Acura TSX vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 1 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 222 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX, 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TSX | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | TSX | XJ |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
