2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Focus | X-Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |