2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK 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 2001 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XK | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
