2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 542 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Jazz | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
