2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Focus | XF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 69 L |