2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJ220 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Top Speed | 354 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
