2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2003 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
