2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 226 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type, 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Crown Victoria | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
