2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 108 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |