2000 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 1992 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
