2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XJR |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |