2001 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jaguar R-D6 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 2003 Jaguar R-D6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | R-D6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |