2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 168 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
