2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1242 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
