2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | CR-V | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
