2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 437 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XK8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |