2002 Honda Life vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 845 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 X-Type (279 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Life | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |
