2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S2000 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
