2006 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ8 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 2002 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |