1998 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 2007 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XKR |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |