2000 Honda City vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda City | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | City | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
