1994 Honda Today vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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 S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Today | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
