2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (167 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2009 Honda Civic 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 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type, 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2004 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
