2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
