2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XKR 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 2002 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XKR | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Jaguar | Honda |
Model | XKR | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |