2003 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 814 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 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Fit | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3157 mm |