2000 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
