2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Vamos | XK8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 542 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |