2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
