2002 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jaguar Type S 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 1965 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | Type S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
