2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XK. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 300 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 (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XK. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |