2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | X-Type | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
