1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2000 Honda Capa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK 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 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa, 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XK | Capa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
