1996 Honda Today vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Today | XKR |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
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 | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |