1996 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 374 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2004 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
