2003 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK 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 2008 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Fit | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
