1990 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (126 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 549 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | X-Type |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.2:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |