2005 Ford GT vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 Ford GT 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Ford GT 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 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type, 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford GT | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | GT | X-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |