2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 141 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
