1994 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 755 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XJ |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3157 mm |