2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 84 L |
