2003 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 802 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | XF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2909 mm |
