2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XJ |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |