2009 Honda Fit vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Fit | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
