alright this is the first time I have driven a pretty nice import sedan, I've never driven any european sedans before. I was a little disappointed, I don't think it was the top of the line model but I still liked the csvt better, the contour felt more responsive and a little quicker. Granted the jag was an auto, it just felt kind of sluggish. It made me appreciate my inexpensive ford a little more. Just my first comparison experience I guess, I was a little surprised.