2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 572 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 87 L |
