2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ (625 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
