2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 219 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 2011 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2011 Jaguar XK 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. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |