2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 138 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 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:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |