2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (222 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 528 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 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2003 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | X-Type |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |