2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2002 Ford Fiesta and 2002 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 615 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XKR 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 2002 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 2002 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fiesta | XKR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
