2010 Jaguar XF vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2010 Jaguar XF and 2010 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 987 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XF | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XF | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
