2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XKR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
