1990 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 709 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Civic 2005 Jaguar XJ
Make Honda Jaguar
Model Civic XJ
Year Released 1990 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 525 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1026 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 84 L


 

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