1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 932 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XKR | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Jaguar | Honda |
Model | XKR | Life |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |