2002 Honda Saber vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Honda Saber. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Saber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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 2008 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber, 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Saber | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Saber | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2649 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
