2000 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 550 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 1998 Jaguar XK 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 1998 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1700 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 |