2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 78 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
