1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XKR | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |