2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Stream would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 399 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ | Stream |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5248 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3157 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
