2005 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4196 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
