1993 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
