2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mustang and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 183 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.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
