2005 Honda Lagreat vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 309 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK8 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 1996 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Lagreat | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Lagreat | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
