2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Jaguar | Honda |
Model | XK | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |