2000 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 548 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 2004 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
