2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa, 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2370 mm |
