2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 436 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 2006 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | S-Type | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.7 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
