2002 Honda Life vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 865 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Life | S-Type |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |