2007 Honda Civic vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
