2007 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, both 2007 Honda Civic and 2007 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 455 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 2007 Jaguar S-Type
Make Honda Jaguar
Model Civic S-Type
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 2968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]