2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, both 2003 Ford Fiesta and 2003 Jaguar R-D6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jaguar R-D6 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 2003 Jaguar R-D6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fiesta | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
