2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 280 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | X-Type |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |