2004 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Honda S2000 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 2004 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type, 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (267 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda S2000 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
