2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | S-Type | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |