2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
