2007 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3157 mm |
