2004 Honda City vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 795 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 2002 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda City has manual transmission. 2004 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | City | S-Type |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |