2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 331 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJR | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
