2001 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 963 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Fit | XF |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |