2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Fit | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
