2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Avancier | XKR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
