2000 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |