2000 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 556 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Contour | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2752 mm |