2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2001 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
