1999 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 613 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | S-Type |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 687 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |