1996 Honda CRX vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 934 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | CRX | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
