2011 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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 Honda CR-V, 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 (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda CR-V | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | CR-V | XJ |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
