2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Jaguar | Honda |
Model | XK8 | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |