2009 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK 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 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
