2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
