2003 Honda Z vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2003 Honda Z and 2003 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Z | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
