2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 379 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJ | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
