2009 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar X-Type and 2009 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (143 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2009 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar X-Type | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | X-Type | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
