2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3157 mm |
