2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 388 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 86 L |
