2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
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 XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 495 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 XK8 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 XK8. 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Fit | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |
