2009 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 504 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 1999 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 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Civic 1999 Jaguar S-Type
Make Honda Jaguar
Model Civic S-Type
Year Released 2009 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1686 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 182 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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