2006 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3442 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
