2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Civic | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4196 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |