2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
