2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 225 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2003 Jaguar XJ 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. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
