2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 393 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
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, 2008 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000. 2008 Jaguar XF 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. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | XF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
