2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 93 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XJ |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3032 mm |