1998 Honda Today vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 860 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Today | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
