2000 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 410 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 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Focus 2006 Jaguar X-Type
Make Ford Jaguar
Model Focus X-Type
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L


 

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