2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 4 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 XK8 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 XK8. 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Focus | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |
