2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 96 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | R-D6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |