2003 Honda Element vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Because 1965 Jaguar Type S 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 1965 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element, 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Element | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | Type S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
